The Best Tips and Products for Treating Adult Acne

People used to relate acne with teen hood, it is because many of them get rid of acne after teenage time. However, some of them continue their acne fighting during adolescence, as adult acne is very common to happen too. Studies published in Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology note that 50 percent of women will suffer from acne at some point in their adult years Luckily, there are always some tips and products to cure adult acne and get your skin back to a healthy condition at any age.

What Causes Adult Acne?

The reasons for getting adult acne are different with teen acne, but the same thing is the reason could be varied too. We all know that the stress can always be blamed as one reason, such as the lack of sleep, busy working life, as well as the family issue. In addition, changes in your hormone levels could be a potential treat too. For instance, menopause or switching or stopping birth control pills, are two possibilities. Also, unhealthy eating habit can bring your grown-ups breakouts too.

What Differs Adult Acne and Teen Acne?
As we all know, all acne is not created equal. Younger acne will most always involve T-zone-centric blackheads and whiteheads, while adult acne hits around the jawline and neck, and often shows up as painful cysts and nodules. And grown-up breakouts might be more scarring, because skin becomes less resilient with age.

Tips for Treating Adult Acne

Daily Skin Care

No matter you are suffering teen acne or adult acne, it is very important to cleanse your skin every day.

Follow these steps:

Wash your face no more than twice a day.

Use cool or warm water and a gentle cleanser.

Use your hands, a baby washcloth (it’s gentler than a regular one), or a cleansing brush for 30 seconds.

Pat (don’t rub) your skin dry.

Gene Therapy

Skin scientists have used genomics, the study of genes, to tailor treatments for wrinkles, and now they’re using their gene know-how to tackle oil overload that could lead to acne. P&G’s Ohio-based genomics lab “identified the pathways that regulate lipid production” to help create the new Olay Professional Pro-X Clear line, according to Rosemarie Osborne, P&G Beauty principal scientist. In South Korea this summer at the World Congress of Dermatology (the skin-care version of the Olympics, this superstar dermatology conference happens once every four years), Osborne presented to a packed lecture hall the results of a clinical study proving the efficacy of two of Pro-X Clear’s powerhouse ingredients: anti-aging niacinamide plus antimicrobial sodium dehydroacetate. Subjects applied a cocktail containing these actives twice daily and, after six weeks, experienced a 40 percent reduction in oil production and a 16 percent reduction in the appearance of pores, without any redness or irritation.

Cover Art
If it is difficult to cure it right away, at least try to cover the adult acne.

The newest does-it-all weapon in the war on acne—and on less-than-perfect skin in general—is an overseas import. Originally popularized by Korean soap opera actresses, BB (aka “blemish balm” or “beauty balm”) creams have become a sensation in Asia, thanks to their multitasking potential to conceal pimples and fine lines, boost moisture, soothe irritation, and protect skin from the sun, all while absorbing excess oil. Choosing a nice concealer to cover the flaws is a fast way (but not for healing) for covering adult acne.